ARUPADAI VEEDU - A MULTIMEDIA ECSTASY
A Multimedia CD-ROM on six most famous temples of Lord Muruga
in Tamil Nadu, India

INTRODUCTION:
Among the holy shrines of Lord Muruga - are the great and
powerful temples of
Arupadaiveedu
(Six Holy Abodes) which literally means the
Six Battleforce Houses. The temples that constitute Arupadaiveedu
were first identified and glorified by the Legendary Tamil poet
Nakeerar
in his Sangam religious classic
Thirumurugatrupadai.

Like eyes to the face these temples have been celebrated as the
important centers of religious salvation by Tamilians and
devotees from time immemorial.

With exclusive coverage on each temple reverred to as arupadai veedu,
the CD-ROM/ VCD is a must buy for all those who wish to explore the temples,
legends associated, holy waters associated with the temples, various festivals
and other important details which may not be available elsewhere.

WHAT IS IN THIS CD ROM ?
Arupadaiveedu - A Multimedia Ecstacy CD ROM begins with a brief introduction
to the six sanctified temples of Lord Muruga. It then proceeds to present a
virtual devotional journey of each temple, in the order provided by Thirumurugatrupadai.

As each temple unfolds itself in front of our eyes, we come to learn :

- the spiritual significance of the place and temple
- various names of the Lord who presides there
- the temple location and accessibility
- references to the temple, in ancient indian puranas and literature
- a brief history of the temple

After learning these essential details, the CD ROM takes us through each temple, covering :

- various Vimanams(temple towers) and Mandapams (pillared halls)
- different statues located along the temple and their spiritual significance
- all sub temples located within the temple premises
- approaches to the main Sanctum Sanctorium

After the temple visit, now it is time to witness some of the very special functions that take place
inside the premises, on specific occations. We have painstakingly covered these festivals, in great
detail :

- Thiruparamkundram : Soora Samharam, Chariot Festival and Laksha archana (worship to Lord Muruga by hundred thousand names)
- Thiruchendur : Swing Festival (Oonjal Sevai - where Lord Muruga swings with his consort in a highly tranquill atmosphere)
- Palani : The Golden Chariot Festival (A very famous occation in which golden image of the Lord goes around the temple in Gold Plated Chariot)
- Swamimalai : The Soora Vahana Festival (Lord Muruga is seated above the Asura Soorapadhman and is taken around the temple)
- Thiruthani : Mirror Festival (Kannadi Sevai - where the Lord's Six faces are exposed through a mirror and worshipped)
- Pazhamudhircholai : Bathing Festival (Abhishekam - where the Lord's image is bathed in several holy waters, amidst the veda chanting - Sri Rudhram and Chamakam)

WHY WE PRODUCED THIS CD ROM ?
Devotees all around the world would not be able to visit these holy
abodes and may find it difficult to be part of the year-round festivals
and ceremonies. That's why we along with our camera team have endevoured
to capture and present them to you. This film is, but a small step to
assist Muruga devotees everywhere to keep in touch with the Six Holy
Abodes !

The glory, legend, sanctity, history, holy waters, route have been
compiled in this crystal-clear visual feast.
This Arupadaiveedu CD presents you visuals and darshans, which
may be hard to see even if one goes in person.

We would like to submit this small flower at the gracious feet of
Lord Muruga and pray for the well being of the people of the world !

IMBIBE THE SPIRIT OF MURUGA BAKTHI IN YOUR KIDS !
Many of those who migrated
away from India, be it the early settlers in South Africa or
the tech-savvy migrants to US - the first generation who have
Lord Murugan in their hearts find it difficult to pass on this
spiritual shield to their children who grow up in alien lands.

Cybervalley Systems has brought
out
ARUPADAIVEEDU - A MULTIMEDIA ECSTASY
with this in mind. With exclusive shots and detailed reseach information, the CD ROM
can easily inspire the next generation to learn more about Lord Muruga and his temples.

Peace and tranquility are
the possible benefits of viewing the CD contents - be it in
a group during small functions or alone- in solitude in the
background of darkness. For kids- it will be as much fun as
watching the cartoons - if only the parents take time to explain
the CD contents to their kids with some interest.